How to Buy or Sell a Used Car in Porriño: Downloadable Private Sale Contract (PDF/Word)
Selling or purchasing a used vehicle between individuals in Spain requires a specific legal document known as a Contrato de Compraventa de Vehículo entre Particulares. This contract is the essential legal foundation that protects both the buyer and the seller from future liabilities, such as hidden mechanical defects or unpaid traffic fines. By using this bilingual template, you ensure that both parties fully understand the terms of the transaction, regardless of their primary language.
Instructions on how and where to submit your paperwork in Porriño (O)
Once the contract is signed, you must complete the official transfer of ownership (cambio de titularidad) with the DGT (Dirección General de Tráfico). In the area of Porriño, you have several options:
- DGT Headquarters (Jefatura Provincial de Tráfico): The main office is located in Vigo (the nearest major office to Porriño). You must book an appointment (cita previa) online through the DGT website before attending.
- Gestoría: Many residents in Porriño prefer to hire a gestoría (administrative agency). They charge a fee but handle the entire process, including the payment of the ITP (Impuesto de Transmisiones Patrimoniales) to the Xunta de Galicia, saving you time and bureaucracy.
- Online: If you have a digital certificate (Cl@ve or DNIe), you can manage the transfer through the DGT Electronic Office (Sede Electrónica).
CONTRATO DE COMPRAVENTA DE VEHÍCULO / VEHICLE PURCHASE AGREEMENT
REUNIDOS / THE PARTIES:
VENDEDOR / SELLER: [Name], con DNI/NIE [Number], con domicilio en [Address].
COMPRADOR / BUYER: [Name], con DNI/NIE [Number], con domicilio en [Address].
OBJETO / OBJECT:
El VENDEDOR vende al COMPRADOR el vehículo / The SELLER sells to the BUYER the vehicle:
Marca/Make: [Brand] | Modelo/Model: [Model] | Matrícula/Plate: [Plate] | Bastidor/VIN: [VIN]
PRECIO Y CONDICIONES / PRICE AND CONDITIONS:
El precio pactado es de [Price] euros, que el VENDEDOR recibe en este acto / The agreed price is [Price] euros, which the SELLER receives at this moment.
El VENDEDOR declara que el vehículo está libre de cargas y gravámenes / The SELLER declares the vehicle is free of liens or encumbrances.
El COMPRADOR declara conocer el estado actual del vehículo / The BUYER declares to know the current state of the vehicle.
Firmado en Porriño, a [Date] / Signed in Porriño, on [Date].
Firma del Vendedor / Seller Signature: _________________
Firma del Comprador / Buyer Signature: _________________
Additional documentation required
To finalize the transfer at the DGT or through your chosen agency, ensure you have the following documents ready:
- ITP Payment Receipt: Proof of payment of the "Impuesto de Transmisiones Patrimoniales" (Model 620/621) paid to the Xunta de Galicia.
- Vehicle Documentation: The original Permiso de Circulación and the Ficha Técnica (ITV card).
- Identification: Original DNI/NIE of both parties.
- Current ITV: The vehicle must have a valid ITV (technical inspection) certificate.
Expert Tip: Always check the vehicle's "Informe de Vehículo" from the DGT website before signing. This small fee (approx. 8.67€) will tell you if the car has any outstanding seizures, unpaid taxes, or technical issues that could prevent the transfer. In Porriño, ensure the ITP tax is calculated correctly based on the updated tables provided by the Xunta de Galicia to avoid future audits.